09/23/14
Informational Notice
To: Participating Podiatrists
Re: Restoration of Podiatric Services
As a result of Public Act 098-0651(pdf), effective October 1, 2014, coverage for podiatric services for adults will be restored to the level prior to the July 1, 2012, implementation of Public Act 097-0689 (pdf), referred to as the Save Medicaid Access and Resources Together (SMART) Act. Changes will not be made to coverage of podiatric services for children through age 20. Those services were not changed under the SMART Act.
Covered services will be listed on the Podiatrist Fee Schedule posted on the department’s website.
Questions regarding this notice may be directed to the Bureau of Professional and Ancillary Services at 1-877-782-5565.
Theresa A. Eagleson, Administrator
Division of Medical Programs
